Fashion supply chain: Intelligent Center

Fashion supply chain: Intelligent Center for product traceability & sustainability

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2. Our Story Where does our story begin? It starts with a man: Ruhul Talukder, a British Bangladeshi entrepreneur with over 16 years of experience in sustainable product development, ethical sourcing, and production across Asia. After working with sustainable fashion brands pioneering waterless jeans, transforming plastic bottles into fashion, and advancing green washing and materials, he struck out on his own, founding Ruhrose Clothing in 2021. His vision was to build a company that not only met the demands of mid- to high-end fashion but also adhered to the highest ethical and ecological standards. Today, we specialize in delivering jeans and jerseys for a range of brands, using organic, eco-friendly materials and green washing processes to reduce pollution with style. 2

3. Product Intelligent Center (PIC) Our product intelligent center plays a pivotal role in our supply chain, acting as a main hub for client interaction, strategic decision-making , and streamlined operations . 3

4. 4 Intelligent Center for Product Traceability & Sustainability

5. Ruhul Talukder Ethical Supply Chain Head Ruhul is a seasoned professional with over 16 years of experience in product development, ethical sourcing, sustainability, and supply chain management, with a strong focus on the Asian market. His notable achievements include pioneering the "Raw for the Ocean" project at G-Star Raw, which transformed plastic bottles into jeans & jerseys, and developing waterless jeans washing techniques. Ruhul has also mastered the sustainable certification process and introduced innovative materials like Indigo knit denim and sustainable yarns, including organic, BCI, and recycled options at G-Star Raw and H&M. Leveraging his extensive knowledge and skills in ethical sourcing, materials, and certifications, Ruhul has established the Intelligent center for product traceability and sustainability. This center empowers businesses to make informed, eco-conscious decisions, fostering transparency and integrity by managing their manufacturing needs through a vertically integrated supply chain. He now advocates for sustainability and ethical production, focusing on mid to premium brands in the UK, Europe, and the USA. 5

6. Arief Labu Sustainable Product Innovation Head Arief Labu is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in the denim industry in Bangladesh, starting his career in 2006. His journey began in product development and progressed through wash R&D, wash production, and product management. He has worked with renowned companies and brands such as G-Star and Bestseller, and his expertise spans multiple countries, including India, Vietnam, Pakistan, Cambodia, UAE, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh. Arief has been an integral part of the booming denim industry in Bangladesh, observing its growth from various perspectives. Throughout his career, Arief has been keenly aware of the sustainability and traceability challenges that accompany industry growth. He identified a significant issue: the lack of measurability of resources used in the supply chain and the inability of companies to generate concrete data on resource usage. Driven to find solutions, Arief mastered the use of sustainable materials, advanced washing techniques, EIM scoring, and processes that utilize minimal or no water and chemicals. Leveraging modern technology, he now leads an R&D center in Bangladesh, applying his extensive skills and deep knowledge to create sustainable products daily. 6

7. Product Intelligent Centre (PIC London) 129 Mile End Road, Your Hive, London, E1 4BG 7

8. Work Process Client Interaction and Support Product & Business Development Operational Efficiency Strategic Decision-Making 8

9. PIC LONDON East London Based Showroom & Office 4 employees Sales, Finance, Merchandising Jeans & Jerseys R&D Innovation Center Mini factory 20 employees CAD, Sewing, Cutting, High Tech washing & finishing 400 samples per month Jeans & Jerseys Fabric Mill- Aaron Denim Mill SEDEX, GOTS, OCS, RSC, BCI, BSCI, OEKOTEX 2.25M Yards per Month 457 Employees Denim &Twill Bulk Factory-RBSR Fashions Ltd SEDEX, GOTS, OCS, RSC. BSCI, ISO, BCI 550K pcs/Month 16 lines 1092 Employees 682 Machines Jeans & Jerseys Product Intelligent Center Design Development Fabric Mill Production VERTICAL INTEGRATION

10. Environmental Impact Measurement In Laundry 10 Reliable Measurements EIM Clear Objectives Metro Track & Monitor Automated Industrial Measurement and Analysis Tool (AiMAT ) Transparency & clear communication Genesis

11. TRACEABILITY Ruhrose ensures full supply chain tra nsparency Monitored by Control Union

12. Efficient Ethical Supply Chain: Our Intelligent center enhances our ability to manage the ethical supply chain effectively, ensuring timely delivery and addressing any merchandising challenges promptly 12 Intelligent Center and Demonstrations: Our intelligent center offer clients the convenience of viewing samples, understanding our capabilities, and discussing projects in person.

13. Operational Efficiency 13 Faster Communications : Proximity to our clients means faster and more efficient communication, reducing response times and facilitating quicker decision-making. We take your full production merchandising away from you, allowing you to focus on sales and retail. Centralized Coordination The Intelligent Centre coordinates with our Dhaka team to ensure seamless operations, from design to delivery. This enables our clients to focus on their strategic, sales, and business growth.

14. PRODUCT INTELLIGENT CENTER LONDON Always Pushing what is possible Weaving together our sustainable approach Everything start with a design Fashion Forward, planet friendly Manufacturing with passion Transparency & trac e ability are core in our business No compromising on production quality Collaboration with Brands is key to progress Progressive thinking Good Things in small batches, small MOQ is important for brands Sustainability remains at the heart of what we do Our clients or our partners.

15. R&D INNOVATION CENTER DHAKA Always Pushing what is possible Everything start with a design 10 working days samples for you R&D centre is nucleus for crafting innovative design Seamless transition to production We wash with Sustainability in mind Employing advanced technologies Energy & water reduction practices 400 new unique design & samples per month Sustainability remains at the heart of what we do Traceability is core in our supply chain Weaving together our sustainable approach

16. Aaron Denim Mill 2.5M yards per month Vertically Set up from fibre to finish fabric 16 Organic, GOTS, OCS, BCI, RSC, OEKOTEX F A B R I C M I L L SEDEX Certified

17. ETHICAL PRODUCTION UNIT Reaching the highest quality standard Our w orkers our pride Minium order quantity as low as 300pcs SEDEX, GOTS, OCS, RSC. BSCI, ISO, BCI Certified From design to samples and final products We manufacture with Sustainability in mind Never Compromise quality Vertically integrated partners networks 550K pcs/Month 16 lines, 1092 Employees we made your clothes Traceability is core in our supply chain Weaving together our sustainable approach

18. Direct Access 18 Trend Analysis : By being close to the pulse of the fashion industry, we can quickly adapt to emerging trends and incorporate them into our clients' products. Design & Continuous Collection Support : We provide ongoing design assistance and develop continuous collections to ensure our clients stay ahead in the fashion market, leveraging the latest trends and innovations. Direct Access to Clients : Being in London, a major global fashion hub, allows us to maintain close relationships with our clients, providing immediate support and fostering strong partnerships. Showroom and Demonstrations : Our Product intelligent center offer clients the convenience of viewing samples, understanding our capabilities, and discussing projects in person.

19. London Team 19 Ruhul Talukder Director and Operation Head David (Joe) Jordison Global Business Development & Supply Chain Director Sim Rahman Accounts, HR, and Administration Atoshi Shaha Merchandiser